Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: Coordination Compounds

Question:

Which of the following does not represent a correct application of the coordination compound?

Options:

cis-platin effectively inhibit the growth of tumours.

chlorophyll help in photosynthesis

desferrioxime B is used in treatment of lead poisoning

cyanocobalamine, antipernicious anemia factor is a coordination compound of Co

Correct Answer:

desferrioxime B is used in treatment of lead poisoning

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → desferrioxime B is used in treatment of lead poisoning

  • Desferrioxamine B is a chelating agent used in the treatment of iron poisoning, not lead poisoning 
  • Cis-platin inhibits tumour growth 
  • Chlorophyll (Mg–coordination compound) helps in photosynthesis 
  • Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B₁₂) is a coordination compound of cobalt and treats pernicious anemia 

 Therefore, the incorrect application is: desferrioxime B is used in treatment of lead poisoning